I have traveled over 262 miles on this beautiful stretch over the last 10 years. I hope to tack on another 26.2 each and every year until I no longer can. Honestly one of the coolest events that the upper Midwest has to offer. Join in the fun!
Do you have what it takes to skate 39.3 miles in one morning? For the Combined 39.3 Miles, skaters race the half marathon, hop on the bus for a short rest, and then race the full marathon to compete for the fastest combined time.
This race is not for the faint of heart and is one of the most challenging races we offer. Racers must do the inline half marathon in less than an hour to make the 7:55 bus cut off to get to the second leg of the race to then do the full marathon. On average 30+ racers complete this challenging task! Are you up for it?
Mike loved this community as much as the miles he put on his wheels, and he believed wholeheartedly in what the NorthShore Inline Marathon represents for skaters from near and far. He was a steady, familiar presence who welcomed newcomers, encouraged fellow racers, and shared stories that reminded us why we return to the shoreline each year. His passion for growing inline skating was genuine and quiet, shown through simple conversations, kind words, and a true sense of belonging. Mike helped make this event feel less like a race and more like a gathering of friends, and his spirit will remain part of our community every time we roll forward together.
Friday, September 18th, 2026
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Packet pickup – (DECC Pioneer Hall)
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm: The Rollerblade® Health Axpo – (DECC Pioneer Hall)
Saturday, September 19th, 2026:
Bus Loading Times:
5:15 am – 5:45 am: Half marathon (skate, ski and run)
6:30 – 7:00 am: Elite (open and masters) and rollererski
6:45 am – 7:15 am: Inline advance waves (1-2)
7:00 am – 7:45 am: All recreation waves (1-3)
Race Start Times:
6:35 am – Half Marathon National Anthems
6:45 am – Half Marathon Inline/Skate Race and Combined Leg 1 Start
7:45 am – Tunnel 10K Skate Race Start
8:35 am – Inline Marathon National Anthems
8:40 am – NSIM Elite Men “Call Ups”
8:45 am – NSIM Elite Men Start
8:45:30 am – NSIM Elite Women “Call Ups”
8:50 am – NSIM Elite Women Start
9:00 am – NSIM Wave 1/Combined Leg 2 Start
9:02 am – NSIM Wave 2 Start
9:04 am – NSIM Party Pace Wave Start
9:06 am – NSIM Wave 3 Start
9:08 am – NSIM Wave 4 Start
9:10 am – NSIM Wave 5 Start
Get ready to tap into the energy of race-weekend at the “Rollerblade® Health Expo,” happening Friday September 18th at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) from 3pm to 9 pm. It’s the perfect chance for runners registered for the half-marathon or 10k to pick up your race packet, browse gear, and fuel your final preparation for race day. With over 70 vendors it’s perfect to get whatever you need to tackle the race!
I have traveled over 262 miles on this beautiful stretch over the last 10 years. I hope to tack on another 26.2 each and every year until I no longer can. Honestly one of the coolest events that the upper Midwest has to offer. Join in the fun!
Being the Largest Inline Marathon in the US, the NorthShore Inline Marathon is an amazing race that you up the Northshore and gives you the ultimate inline skating experience this side of the globe.
If I were you, I wouldn’t miss out on this.
